The exhibition spans multiple temporal layers. Thousands of years away, Madigan references the ancient past, with works evoking prehistoric stone monuments in Ireland and archaeological sites in Spain. Decades away, the paintings recall Madigan’s own travels to these locations, where the weight of history was deeply felt. Most poignantly, Some Years Away reflects the immediate past—recent years spent revisiting memories that left a lasting imprint. Ocean-ready curraghs, resonant church bells, Mediterranean waters, mountain paths, bridge entry points, and quiet moonlit hours emerge not as literal depictions, but as distilled emotional landscapes.